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How to pronounce inadequate in American English
“inadequate” pronunciation by American speakers
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“inadequate” in real sentences — American speakers
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inadequate economic opportunity, inadequate schools, inadequate health care, inadequate access to healthy foods, inadequate access
The Obama White House
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and inconsistent processes, inadequate oversight and accountability, information technology challenges, inadequate
GAO
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Immunogenicity trials are inadequate.
CDC
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